Situated within 7 acres of lush, landscaped gardens, Madingley Hall is a 16th-century country house offering rooms with idyllic garden views. Historic Cambridge is just 15 minutes’ drive away. Madingley Hall is not a hotel, it is a University-owned property which provides campus accommodation. With digital TVs and free Wi-Fi, all rooms at Madingley Hall also feature tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a safe. Guests can enjoy the Terrace Bar, serving informal, lighter meals and buffets as well as a wide range of wines, beers, and spirits while overlooking the Hall’s gardens. With free parking, Madingley Hall is easily accessible from the M11, A14, or A428 motorways, just 5 minutes’ drive from each. The centre of Cambridge, with its historic colleges, museums, and the scenic River Cam, is just 15 minutes’ drive away, with Park and Ride bus access just 5 minutes away by car.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jolita
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful old building, lots of character. Very friendly staff, gave me a tour around the hall. Such a magnificent place!
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful gardens and surroundings. Friendly staff. Lovely breakfast with ample choice. The room was comfortable and clean and was also nice and warm when we arrived. We did choose to turn the radiator off as I can't sleep in a heated room, but...
  • Darren
    Germany Germany
    Breakfast was excellent! The location and ambience of the hall is superb. For a quick night stop on my way to the ferry, the hall was perfect. Comfy bed, attentive staff and plenty of parking.
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Interesting to hear about the history of the house and its connections to the university
  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The history/setting grounds and buildings, quiet location, access to Cambridge via safe cycleways, breakfast, friendly staff.
  • Andrea
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Generous amount of tea-bags, etc, which is great for a tea-pot like me! The breakfast was really lovely, and again, generous. The room was fine - I was expecting it to be a bit more "student digs", but actually, it was basic, but fine. The...
  • Wood
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful setting Excellent staff Fantastic breakfast
  • Enrico
    Italy Italy
    The building and the surrounding gardens are well maintained and breathtaking at dawn. I appreciated the old fashioned exterior and interiors, while guaranteeing all the comfort and benefits of the modern age. Excellent breakfast, both in...
  • James
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely place and environment. Lots of interesting stone walls and wood panelling in public spaces. Dining area particularly. Lovely gardens - the enclosed flower garden particularly beautiful even in autumn.
  • Shane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The food was excellent. The venue is truly something special. The room, well, it's an old and listed building. So there is only so much that could be done.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Madingley Hall
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Some double rooms can accommodate a Z bed – please contact the venue directly for further information.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Madingley Hall

  • Check-in at Madingley Hall is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Madingley Hall is 3.1 miles from the centre of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Madingley Hall offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Guests staying at Madingley Hall can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • Breakfast to go

    • The prices at Madingley Hall may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.